I will add the Hemlock since I did not photograph it yet. This is two views of the Cork Screw. There is a very tall Philadelphus shrub behind so don't think the Cork Screw has that much greenery. On the tall view you can see the naked branches on top.
Nancy, I hate to tell you this, but you have probably planted your trees at the worst possible time. Drought or no drought, you have got to get them water. And plenty of it. See this recent post for guidelines on the amount of water needed, and go out and buy a couple of the tree bags Walter recommends.
You are probably on the very southern edge of the range for a hemlock. Keep a watchful eye for signs of woolly adelgid, which has decimated the hemlock population.
I know I know Douglas but I was so busy with my veggie garden and before that, I don't remember but I need my head examined planting these trees at this time of year. We have had generous rainfall this past month though and I watered them ever night during our short drought before the rain. Oh dear, just pray for me and thanks.
Me neither Douglas. But if I moved it, it would surely die. I have lots of Arbovitae near but none to shield the Hemlock. Poor baby. If it happened to take root over the year would you attempt to move it next year or just hope for the best that it will be strong enough to weather the heat? Thanks for straight talk.
How big a tree is it, Nancy? If you have a more congenial spot, I think I'd be tempted to move it in the fall when the temperatures moderate and rains become more regular.
Great!! OK. I will try. I have instruction on moving a tree from a friend in Argentina who teaches agriculture. Meanwhile I will have a tree taken down that is nothing but a pest, it and its buddy - pear trees, Haven't had a pear in 10 years now and the leaves are always blackened. That Hemlock would look great there instead of the stubborn pear tree, The tree is about 3 feet tall or maybe four at the most. Do you thing the Corkscrew will be OK in the blazing sun?
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You are probably on the very southern edge of the range for a hemlock. Keep a watchful eye for signs of woolly adelgid, which has decimated the hemlock population.